Key Facts
• Gifu ranked 3rd in Japan for factory locations in 2024, after Ibaraki and Aichi.
• Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry survey recorded 854 factory site acquisitions nationwide, up 6.9% year-on-year.
• Gifu accounted for 49 acquisitions, with regional breakdowns: Gifu (16), Seino (14), Chuno (13), Tono (6), and Hida (0).
• Metal product manufacturing led with 10 cases; 11 of 49 acquisitions were by out-of-prefecture companies.
• Over the past five years, Gifu recorded 233 factory site acquisitions, surpassing the national average.
• Key factors: extended Tokai-Kanjo Expressway, robust connections to major highways, and regional features like abundant groundwater and solid ground.
• Cow Brand Soap Kyoshinsha Co. cited accessibility and ground stability for its second factory in Kani City.
• Gifu’s Industrial Promotion Division continues to attract inquiries and aims to leverage regional strengths for future growth.
Summary
Gifu Prefecture has emerged as a top destination for factory locations, ranking third nationwide in 2024, according to a Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry survey. The region’s strong transportation network, including the Tokai-Kanjo Expressway and connections to major highways, has been a key factor. Additionally, regional characteristics such as abundant groundwater in Seino and Gifu areas and solid ground in Chuno and Tono areas have attracted businesses. Over the past five years, Gifu has consistently outperformed the national average, with 233 factory site acquisitions. Notably, Cow Brand Soap Kyoshinsha Co. selected Kani City for its second factory, citing accessibility and ground stability. The Industrial Promotion Division remains committed to leveraging these strengths to attract more businesses.
